Iron County Lodging Association

Category Archives: Summer

131st Annual U.P. Volunteer Firefighters Tournament

The 131st Annual U.P. Volunteer Firefighters Tournament will be held July 24–26, 2026, in Caspian, Michigan, hosted by the Caspian–Gaastra Fire Department. For more than 130 years, volunteer fire departments from across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin have gathered during the last weekend of July for a weekend of competition, parades, community events, and camaraderie. Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents AI Travel Assistant: Plan Smarter, Travel Better Planning a trip to … read more 131st Annual U.P. Volunteer Firefighters Tournament→

A man and his dog sitting in a parked side-by-side ATV in front of a lake in Iron County, Michigan, on a summer day, surrounded by lush green trees.
ATV Riding in Iron County Michigan: What Makes This Area Unique?

ATV Riding in Iron County Michigan Many ATV destinations are known for a specific trail. Iron County is different because the experience is built around exploration. Located in Michigan’s western Upper Peninsula, Iron County gives riders access to a vast network of trails that connect forests, public lands, rivers, and small communities throughout the region. Instead of spending the day riding the same loop, visitors often create their own route and discover new stretches of trail along the way. For … read more ATV Riding in Iron County Michigan: What Makes This Area Unique?→

Family Fun in Iron County, MI

Explore Iron County This Summer Summer in Iron County is less about packed schedules and crowded attractions and more about spending time outside at your own pace. Families visiting Michigan’s western Upper Peninsula will find quiet lakes, scenic backroads, easy waterfall stops, and small towns that make it easy to build a relaxed summer getaway. With more than 200 lakes, hundreds of miles of rivers, and forests spread throughout the county, families can spend the day swimming, paddling, fishing, spotting … read more Family Fun in Iron County, MI→

A couple enjoying a pontoon ride on a lake in Iron County Michigan on a nice day.
Best Lakes in Iron County Michigan

Iron County • Michigan • Upper Peninsula Iron County has hundreds of lakes, from town beaches where the kids can swim all afternoon to wild reservoirs with mile after mile of empty shoreline. Here’s how to pick the right one for a swim, a paddle or a day of fishing. Find Your Lake AI Travel Assistant HUNDREDS Of lakes, big and small, clear and wild 6 BEACHES Public swimming beaches in city, county, township, state and national forest parks 24 … read more Best Lakes in Iron County Michigan→

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Golfing in Iron County Michigan

There is something different about golfing in Iron County Michigan. Instead of crowded tee times and busy resort traffic, golfers here experience quiet fairways, forested landscapes, small town charm, and scenic views that make every round feel connected to the Northwoods. From championship golf overlooking Chicaugon Lake to scenic nine hole courses above the Paint River, Iron County offers a golf experience that feels relaxed, approachable, and uniquely Upper Peninsula. Whether you are planning a weekend golf getaway or simply … read more Golfing in Iron County Michigan→

Rewarding Places to Stay in Michigan

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906-214-2308
906-265-9100
40 E Adams St
Iron River, MI 49935

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Lake Inn

906-265-9244
1700 County Road 424
Gaastra, MI 49917

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Ice Lake

906-265-3611
1257 W Ice Lake Rd
Iron River, MI 49935

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800-362-7853
373 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935

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800-DO-BRULE
906-265-4957
397 Brule Mountain Rd
Iron River, MI 49935

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906-822-7713
1968 US 141 Highway
Amasa, MI 49903

Iron County Michigan Visitors Guide

Iron County is one of the Upper Peninsula’s best kept secrets. From camping to fishing, hunting to canoeing, mountain biking to forest bathing – no matter your interests, the great outdoors and clear crisp air await you here.

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